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1986 Fender Esquire Custom '62 Vintage Reissue Electric Guitar Japan MIJ w/gb
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Fender Body Material: Solid Wood, Basswood Model: Esquire Custom '62 Reissue Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan Body Type: Solid Model Year: 1986 Body Color: Three-Tone Sunburst Items Included: Gigbag String Configuration: 6 String Dexterity: Right-Handed MPN: Does Not Apply Type: Electric Guitar UPC: Does not apply
Up for sale, a 1986 Fender Esquire Custom '62 reissue electric guitar in excellent condition and in perfect working order. Very rare and crafted by Fender Japan at the famed Fujigen factory, this Esquire Custom was produced for only a couple short years in the mid '80s. Loaded with a USA-made flat pole piece upgraded pickup, there's plenty of twang, sparkle, and authoritative rhythmic power present with this guitar, and the three-way tone switch makes it a surprisingly versatile instrument too. This Esquire weighs in at 7lbs 8oz and has been professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar with fresh 10-46 strings and low, slinky action.The neck has a medium C shaped profile with a smooth ambered gloss finish that feels great on the palm. The generous thick slab rosewood fretboard has a 7 1/4" radius and original vintage-style fretwire that is in great shape. These frets show only light wear beneath the plain strings on frets 1-4, with virtually no wear further up the board. The guitar plays well in all positions with no buzzing or dead spots and the truss rod is responsive in both directions. The nut measures 1 5/8" in width. On the headstock, the original Kluson-style tuners turn smoothly and the Esquire decal is present.The heel of the neck is pencil dated 4/18/86, and all of the proper Fender Japan markings are present in the pocket, along with the small "Made in Japan" text directly above the neck plate. This early plate is also original with bold "Fender" font embossed across the top.All of the electronics work as they should, with the upgraded bridge position single coil delivering a richer, more dynamic and full sound than one would expect from the stock pickup. The original Fender Japan pots and switch are still present. The chrome on the control plate is in great shape with stock knurled knobs, while the bridge plate is a modern Fender "Pat. Pending" reissue with aluminum saddles. While the pickup has no identifying markings, it does have the proper brass baseplate, black fiber bobbin, cloth covered wire, and flat alnico pole pieces indicative of an early '50s Tele style design. The pickup measures at 8.79k ohms.Cosmetically, this is a very clean and well cared for instrument with the fairly saturated three-tone sunburst finish accented by cream binding on both the top and back of the guitar. There is light, targeted buckle rash on the back just south of the neck plate, as well as a few small scattered nicks and faint finish scratches in the clear coat on the guitar as a whole. As the photos show, this guitar is well kept with a vibrant finish and clean hardware.Easily one of the rarest guitars produced by Fender Japan, this Esquire model hasn't been available for decades and is a testament to the eye for detail and incredible quality of the Fujigen factory.A well padded Fender Japan gigbag is included.Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $60, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!
Description
| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Fender |
| Body Material: | Solid Wood, Basswood | Model: | Esquire Custom '62 Reissue |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | Japan | Body Type: | Solid |
| Model Year: | 1986 | Body Color: | Three-Tone Sunburst |
| Items Included: | Gigbag | String Configuration: | 6 String |
| Dexterity: | Right-Handed | MPN: | Does Not Apply |
| Type: | Electric Guitar | UPC: | Does not apply |
Up for sale, a 1986 Fender Esquire Custom '62 reissue electric guitar in excellent condition and in perfect working order. Very rare and crafted by Fender Japan at the famed Fujigen factory, this Esquire Custom was produced for only a couple short years in the mid '80s. Loaded with a USA-made flat pole piece upgraded pickup, there's plenty of twang, sparkle, and authoritative rhythmic power present with this guitar, and the three-way tone switch makes it a surprisingly versatile instrument too. This Esquire weighs in at 7lbs 8oz and has been professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar with fresh 10-46 strings and low, slinky action.The neck has a medium C shaped profile with a smooth ambered gloss finish that feels great on the palm. The generous thick slab rosewood fretboard has a 7 1/4" radius and original vintage-style fretwire that is in great shape. These frets show only light wear beneath the plain strings on frets 1-4, with virtually no wear further up the board. The guitar plays well in all positions with no buzzing or dead spots and the truss rod is responsive in both directions. The nut measures 1 5/8" in width. On the headstock, the original Kluson-style tuners turn smoothly and the Esquire decal is present.The heel of the neck is pencil dated 4/18/86, and all of the proper Fender Japan markings are present in the pocket, along with the small "Made in Japan" text directly above the neck plate. This early plate is also original with bold "Fender" font embossed across the top.All of the electronics work as they should, with the upgraded bridge position single coil delivering a richer, more dynamic and full sound than one would expect from the stock pickup. The original Fender Japan pots and switch are still present. The chrome on the control plate is in great shape with stock knurled knobs, while the bridge plate is a modern Fender "Pat. Pending" reissue with aluminum saddles. While the pickup has no identifying markings, it does have the proper brass baseplate, black fiber bobbin, cloth covered wire, and flat alnico pole pieces indicative of an early '50s Tele style design. The pickup measures at 8.79k ohms.Cosmetically, this is a very clean and well cared for instrument with the fairly saturated three-tone sunburst finish accented by cream binding on both the top and back of the guitar. There is light, targeted buckle rash on the back just south of the neck plate, as well as a few small scattered nicks and faint finish scratches in the clear coat on the guitar as a whole. As the photos show, this guitar is well kept with a vibrant finish and clean hardware.Easily one of the rarest guitars produced by Fender Japan, this Esquire model hasn't been available for decades and is a testament to the eye for detail and incredible quality of the Fujigen factory.A well padded Fender Japan gigbag is included.
Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $60, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!